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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Basel to Zürich: Trip Overview
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Basel to Zürich Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Zürich
How much does a cheap train ticket from Basel to Zürich cost?
The average train ticket price from Basel to Zürich is US$53. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Basel to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Basel to Zürich?
A train trip between Basel and Zürich is around 1h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 77 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Basel and Zürich?
The number of trains from Basel to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Basel to Zürich?
When taking the train from Basel to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways, SNCF - TER.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Zürich?
Trains travelling between Basel and Zürich leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Zürich was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$265 for a train ticket from Basel to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-11-05.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Zürich you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Basel and Zürich, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Basel to Zürich while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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